1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 249 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, 2013 Jeep Compass, 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Belmont | Compass |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |