1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Bel Air | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |