1988 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 20 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, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 138 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
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, 1988 Citroen BX, 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
