1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 1976 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |