1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Avanti | Subaru |
| Model | Avanti | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2624 mm |
