1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Aspen | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2619 mm |
