1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 650 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Fiat 8V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 8V | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
