1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
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, 2000 Opel Speedster (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Belmont | Speedster |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |