1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 414 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 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Croma | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Croma | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |