1966 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 740 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Triumph Spitfire | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Triumph | Subaru |
Model | Spitfire | Impreza |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |