1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 36 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 565 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 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
