1972 Holden Torana vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
