1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Impreza | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Impreza | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
