1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 40 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, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens 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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Carens |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
