1971 Fiat 125 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 125 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 125 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 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 | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
