1947 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |