1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 2300 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 2300 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
