1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 201 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 33 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
