1972 Renault 5 vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 409 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Renault 5 | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 5 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
