1990 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Austin Montego is newer by 22 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 23 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Austin Montego. 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, 1990 Austin Montego, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Montego | Belmont |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |