1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Corsair | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
