1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 428 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
