1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 465 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Belmont | Midget |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2129 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2032 mm |
