1977 Fiat 133 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 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 765 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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 133. 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 (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 133 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2624 mm |
