1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 225 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Subaru Impreza 1971 Toyota Corolla
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Impreza Corolla
Year Released 1995 1971
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.9 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2290 mm


 

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