1976 Porsche 912 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 79 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Porsche 912 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 912 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
