1982 Subaru Coupe vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 723 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Coupe | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Coupe | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
