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 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 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 40 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 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 | 2129 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |