1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 60 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
