1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 321 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
