1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1500 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
