1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 16 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Alfa 6 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |