1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |