1969 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 565 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2624 mm |
