1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2645 mm |
