1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 35 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
