1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1020 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 478 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |