1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 43 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 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 80 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Belmont | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |