1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 131. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 kg more than 1976 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 131. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 131 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 131 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
