1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2619 mm |
