1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 37 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, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio, 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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Rio |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
