1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1970 MG MGB
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG MGB would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 MG MGB. (98 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1970 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 MG MGB. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1970 MG MGB | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Belmont | MGB |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 880 kg |
