1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Marea | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |