1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 70 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 70 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
