1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 228 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 2013 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Belmont | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
