1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1976 Holden Belmont is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |