1973 Lancia 2000 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Lancia 2000.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lancia 2000 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia 2000 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | 2000 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
