1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 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 132 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 970 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. 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 1963 Fiat 500. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 1999 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |