1971 MG 1100 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, both 1971 MG 1100 and 1971 Holden Belmont were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1971 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 MG 1100 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | MG | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
