1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 505 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
