1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda 1000. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda 1000 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
