1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 585 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
