1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 433 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 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
