1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 680 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
