1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Belmont | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
