1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 19 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 75 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.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 164 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
