1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 22 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, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto.

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, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Holden Belmont 1990 Honda Concerto
Make Holden Honda
Model Belmont Concerto
Year Released 1968 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2130 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2560 mm


 

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