1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 117 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Torino | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |