1971 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2619 mm |
