1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 10 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 160 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
