2001 Holden Barina vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina 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 149 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Barina, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Barina | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
