1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 13 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
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 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | Getz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
