1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1979 Subaru Rex

To start off, 1979 Subaru Rex is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 755 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Holden Belmont 1979 Subaru Rex
Make Holden Subaru
Model Belmont Rex
Year Released 1968 1979
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3043 cc 543 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 535 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 1930 mm


 

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