1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF 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 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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 MG TF (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Belmont | TF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
