2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 32 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 129 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
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, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Neon | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
