1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 816 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
