2000 Nissan Almera vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Almera | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
