2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 453 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
