1950 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A135 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
