1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
