1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 888 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
