1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 974 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Abarth 750 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Abarth Subaru
Model 750 Legacy
Year Released 1956 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 41 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 350 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 150 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 584 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 65 L


 

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