1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 39 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 kg more 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, 2007 Opel Astra, 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Astra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
