1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 30 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, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 675 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont.
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, 2006 Kia Carens, 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, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Belmont | Carens |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |