1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |