1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 32 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
