1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Subaru R-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Subaru R-2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 548 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru R-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1930 mm |
