1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Innocenti 990 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Innocenti Subaru
Model 990 Legacy
Year Released 1983 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 51 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2680 mm