1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 781 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
