1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 805 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 384 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |