2009 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 41 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2009 Daewoo Kalos, 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Kalos. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2009 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2009 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Kalos | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Daewoo | Holden |
| Model | Kalos | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
