1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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 (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth Coupe 2000 Subaru Impreza
Make Abarth Subaru
Model Coupe Impreza
Year Released 1960 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 784 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 3490 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1350 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 60 L


 

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