1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 16 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 90 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |