1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 74 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Civic |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |