1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 785 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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 1983 Fiat 127. 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 (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 127 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
