1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1900 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
