1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 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 19 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Leone |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
