1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 15 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
