1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
