1963 Ford Anglia vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Ford Anglia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 422 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Anglia. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Anglia | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Anglia | Belmont |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |