1973 Seat 124 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1973 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 124 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
