1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 128 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
