1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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 1996 Fiat Duna. 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 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna 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:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Duna | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
