1945 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 61 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 353 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 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 |