1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 34 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Life |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
