1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 482 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Charade | Belmont |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |