1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 988 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. 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 1963 Abarth 700. 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 (339 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
