1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 610 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |