1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | Holden | Alvis |
Model | Belmont | TF |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |