1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 73 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
