1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph TR6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | TR6 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
