2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 2001 Fiat Palio. 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 (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
