1964 Holden EJ vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Holden EJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden EJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Holden EJ (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden EJ | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | EJ | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2619 mm |
