1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont 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 2 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Belmont | TF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
