1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 294 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 2400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 2400 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
