1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 193 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, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
