2007 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Albea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Impreza | Albea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
