1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont

To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 1968 Holden Belmont
Make Alfa Romeo Holden
Model 1900 Belmont
Year Released 1950 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1883 cc 2130 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 163 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2830 mm


 

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