1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Centura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Centura | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
