1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 2005 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Legacy | Croma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
