1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 33 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
