1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Holden UTE
To start off, 2006 Holden UTE is newer by 37 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), 2006 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden UTE weights approximately 225 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, 2006 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Holden UTE | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | UTE |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |