1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 208 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
