1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Biscayne | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |