1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 705 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Fiat 850 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model 850 Legacy
Year Released 1969 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 903 cc 2998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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