2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |