1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 600 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |