1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1962 Moretti 500
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1962 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 686 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1962 Moretti 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Moretti |
| Model | Belmont | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1850 mm |
