1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1526 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
