2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 41 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 139 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 1971 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai i20 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Hyundai | Holden |
Model | i20 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2012 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2830 mm |