1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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 1957 Abarth 750. 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 750 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Abarth Subaru
Model 750 Legacy
Year Released 1957 2005
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 40 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 64 L