1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 84 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 1969 Fiat 130. 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 (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Fiat 130 2013 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 130 Legacy
Year Released 1969 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2866 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Horse Power 161 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1474 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4755 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1505 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2750 mm


 

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