1945 Jeep MB vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 553 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. 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 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | MB | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
