1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1981 Subaru DL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru DL weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Subaru DL (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1981 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | DL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
