1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Fiat 500 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 500 Legacy
Year Released 1967 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 14 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 24 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 480 kg 1611 kg
Vehicle Length 3030 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2750 mm


 

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