1978 Volkswagen 1302 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 785 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
| Model | 1302 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2624 mm |
