1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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:

1950 Fiat 1500 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 1500 Legacy
Year Released 1950 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2640 mm


 

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