1957 Fiat 600 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 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 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 (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 606 kg more than 1957 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 1957 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 (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2005 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
