1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 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 62 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 655 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 600. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
