1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 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 281 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat 126 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 126 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2624 mm |