1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 775 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Fiat 500 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 500 Legacy
Year Released 1948 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 569 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 16 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2751 mm