1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 559 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 1200 Legacy
Year Released 1960 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 170 HP
Torque 81 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 70 L