1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 850 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |