1966 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
