1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 774 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
