2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fusion | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
