2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
