1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 871 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Subaru |
| Model | Bianchina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
