1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 392 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Caimano | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
