2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
