1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1300 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
