1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 470 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
