1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 256 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 765 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Impreza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2624 mm |