1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
