1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 686 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 1200 Legacy
Year Released 1960 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 252 HP
Torque 81 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
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 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2750 mm


 

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