2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 18 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 134 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ulysse | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
