1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Impreza | i20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2525 mm |
