1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace 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 (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 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 1995 Fiat Vivace. 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 (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
