1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 155 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 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (203 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |