1959 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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 Fiat 1100. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |