1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 44 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 10 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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Belmont | Cooper |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2547 mm |