1975 Lada 1200 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 60 L |
