1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 25 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 234 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
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, 1993 Opel Corsa, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Corsa. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1993 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Belmont | Corsa |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |