1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |