1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 36 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, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 232 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 Kia Rio, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Rio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1600 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 | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
