2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
