2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.

Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Impreza (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Strada 2008 Subaru Impreza
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Strada Impreza
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Torque 120 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 92.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 60 L


 

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