1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. Both 1959 Fiat Campagnola and 2003 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,994 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat Campagnola 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Campagnola Legacy
Year Released 1959 2003
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 20.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2680 mm


 

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