1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 545 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Belmont | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
