1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 276 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Legacy | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
