1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
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 | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |