1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 22 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Belmont | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
