1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
