2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 37 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2005 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fairlane | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
