1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 28 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
