1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |