1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 665 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2625 mm |
