1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 278 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |