1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 614 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 1996 Fiat Vivace. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Vivace | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |