1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | 360 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1810 mm |