1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Fiat Croma (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Croma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
