1973 Fiat 850 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 850 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
