1978 Fiat 127 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 690 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 127. 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 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 127.

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