1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 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 1970 Mazda RX-2. 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 (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-2 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2624 mm |
