1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
