1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 130 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
