1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 42 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 346 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Belmont | Azera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 348 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 mm |