1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
