1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera 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 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Almera, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Almera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
