1977 Fiat 131 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 131. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 131 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2624 mm |
