1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 1996 Fiat Coupe and 1996 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.

Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Coupe 1996 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Coupe Legacy
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 155 HP
Torque 302 Nm 210 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Top Speed 212 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2530 mm


 

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