1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1800 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |