1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Alfa Romeo GT 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Alfa Romeo Subaru
Model GT Impreza
Year Released 1975 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1289 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 87 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 64 L


 

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