1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 94 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2645 mm |
