1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 940 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
