1973 Fiat 124 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 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 103 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 124. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
