1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1994 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, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
