1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Pony is newer by 29 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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1998 Hyundai Pony, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | Pony |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2129 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
