2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
