1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (178 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Fiat Uno 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Uno Legacy
Year Released 1990 2003
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3690 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2680 mm


 

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