1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 38 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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, 2007 Opel Meriva, 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
