2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
