1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 675 kg more than 1979 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
