2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 35 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2009 Daewoo Kalos, 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Kalos | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
