1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1963 Moretti 500
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Moretti 500 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 98 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Moretti 500. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1963 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | Belmont | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
