2007 Citroen Picasso vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso is newer by 34 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (89 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 35 kg more 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, 2007 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Picasso | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Picasso | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
