1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 765 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2645 mm |
