1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |