2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 157 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mondeo | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
