2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Albea.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Albea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Albea. 2009 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Impreza | Albea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
