1992 Audi 100 vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi 100 (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Because 1973 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 1973 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Audi 100 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi 100 | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | 100 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
