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