1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 881 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |