1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Barchetta 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Barchetta Legacy
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2680 mm


 

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