1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 346 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
