1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 310 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
