1971 Holden Torana vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
