2008 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
