1988 Fiat Uno vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 920 kg more than 1988 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Uno. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Uno. 2000 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Fiat Uno 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Uno Legacy
Year Released 1988 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 44 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 282 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2660 mm


 

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