1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1986 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
