1967 Opel Record vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 555 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Record | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
