1999 Opel Speedster vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Opel Speedster. (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Speedster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Speedster. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Speedster | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Speedster | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2625 mm |
