1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Impreza |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2624 mm |