1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
