1971 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
