1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Duna | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2619 mm |
