2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 630 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Impreza | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
