1971 Holden Torana vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 280 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Torana (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2645 mm |
