1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Belmont | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |