1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
