1971 Opel Admiral vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Admiral weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Admiral | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Admiral | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
