1971 Fiat 127 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 485 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
