1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Holden Belmont is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 535 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Holden | Morris |
Model | Belmont | Minor |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |