1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 348 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Leone |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |