1972 Mini MK III vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mini MK III | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | MK III | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2624 mm |
