1973 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Fairlady | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlady | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
