2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Impreza | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
