1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Belmont | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
