1970 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Impreza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2625 mm |