1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1100 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |