1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 290 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 Gran Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Gran Torino | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2645 mm |
