1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 116 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
