1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 700 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |