2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Impreza | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
