1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont 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 12 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 169 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |