1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 43 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 198 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, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Altima |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |