1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 608 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 (339 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1200 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |