2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Legacy | 131 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
