1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 606 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
