1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zodiac | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2645 mm |
