1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 258 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 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |