1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 28 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 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Because 1969 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Belmont | Toledo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2129 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |