1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 323 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Belmont | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
