1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 34 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Belmont | Safari |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
