1995 Subaru Impreza vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru Impreza | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impreza | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
