1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 30 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 2004 Honda City, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | City |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |