2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 243 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Impreza | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Subaru | Holden |
Model | Impreza | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2590 mm |