1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-01. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-01. (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-01 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
