1945 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 60 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |