1987 Fiat Uno vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 454 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Uno | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Uno | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
