1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Subaru Legacy (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Legacy | 500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
