1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 928 kg more than 1978 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 127 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
