1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 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 78 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
