1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 56 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
