1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 10 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 288 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | 616 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |