1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 5 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, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 348 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
