1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 775 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
