2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |