1949 Morris Six vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 790 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Six | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Six | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
