1992 Fiat Tempra 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 Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 603 kg more than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 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 Tempra. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Tempra. 2006 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Tempra 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 Tempra | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tempra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
