1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |