1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1400 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |