1974 Lada Riva vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 384 kg more than 1974 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Riva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
