2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda.
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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
