1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 15 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Belmont | 205 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
