2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | U4 B | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
