1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Subaru | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Impreza | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
