1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | EH |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
