1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 31 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2013 Nissan Sentra, 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 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
