1981 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 848 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
