1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 79 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.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
