1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (263 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
