1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |