1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 29 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 25 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Belmont | 146 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |