1978 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 825 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 133 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
