1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 750 2000 Subaru Impreza
Make Abarth Subaru
Model 750 Impreza
Year Released 1959 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 43 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 8.0:1
Top Speed 155 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 60 L


 

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