1971 Renault 10 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 555 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 10 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2645 mm |
