1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 695 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |