1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 131 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2624 mm |
