1962 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 895 kg more than 1962 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 750 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 750 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
