1971 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Junior | Impreza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2619 mm |