1987 Fiat Regata vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 Fiat Regata. 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 1987 Fiat Regata. 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat Regata | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Regata | Legacy |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |