1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 965 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 850 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 850 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |