1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 395 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Belmont | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
