1974 Lada Riva vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 253 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lada Riva. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | Riva | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2619 mm |
