1953 Ford Popular vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Popular | Belmont |
Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |