1972 Ford Custom 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 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 339 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 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, 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Custom | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
