1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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 Kia Picanto, 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 (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
