1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 545 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda 1300. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2457 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |