1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1968 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1000 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 170 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 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 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1968 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Holden | Simca |
Model | Belmont | 1000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |