1968 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Cosmo | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Cosmo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
