1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Belmont | MGA |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
