1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 44 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Ford Ka, 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Belmont | Ka |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |