1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 780 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
