1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 999 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |
