1976 Holden Torana vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 289 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Torana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
