1981 Subaru Coupe vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1981 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Coupe. 2013 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Coupe has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Coupe | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Coupe | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2301 mm |
