1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 155 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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 1950 Fiat 1500. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Fiat 1500 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 1500 Impreza
Year Released 1950 2011
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 77.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 64 L


 

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