1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. 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 1954 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Fiat 1400 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 1400 Legacy
Year Released 1954 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 39 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 20.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1185 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm


 

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