2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
