1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 20 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, 2002 Seat Toledo, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Belmont | Toledo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |