1972 Ford Custom vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom. 1972 Ford Custom has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Custom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Custom | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |