1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Belmont | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
