1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Belmont | Galant |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |