1987 Fiat Uno vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Uno 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 126 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 794 kg more than 1987 Fiat Uno. 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 1987 Fiat Uno. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Uno.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Fiat Uno 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Uno Legacy
Year Released 1987 2012
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 44 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 67 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 70 L


 

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