1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 353 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |