1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 34 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, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 2010 Kia Forte, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Belmont | Forte |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |