1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Tipo | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |