1965 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 743 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Cabriolet Legacy
Year Released 1965 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 64 L


 

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