1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |