1976 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 845 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen Polo | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | Polo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 895 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
