1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 110 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |