2001 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Palio. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Palio | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Palio | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |