2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Spark | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
