1972 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 545 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
