1977 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
