1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 41 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 117 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 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| 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 | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
