1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 317 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 2200 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
