1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 203 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 60 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
