1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Cabriolet 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 92 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Cabriolet 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Cabriolet Legacy
Year Released 1965 1999
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71.5 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 64 L


 

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