2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 645 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Impreza | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Impreza | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |