2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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 1976 Toyota Celica. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
