1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 839 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 546 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |