1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 132 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 AC 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1948 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1948 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 AC 2-Litre 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make AC Subaru
Model 2-Litre Legacy
Year Released 1948 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 76 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1452 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 64 L


 

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