1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Belmont | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2129 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |