2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Subaru | Fiat |
Model | Legacy | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |