2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
