1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today 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 Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Holden Belmont 1996 Honda Today
Make Holden Honda
Model Belmont Today
Year Released 1968 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2130 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 76 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1400 mm