1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |