1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2624 mm |
