2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 266 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
