1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 938 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
