1982 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 863 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat Panda 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Panda Legacy
Year Released 1982 2010
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 44 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 695 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 65 L


 

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