2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 11 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Fiat Multipla. 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 2000 Fiat Multipla. 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 (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Multipla | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
