1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 172 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
