1950 Austin A135 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 62 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 536 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Austin A135 2012 Subaru Legacy
Make Austin Subaru
Model A135 Legacy
Year Released 1950 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 70 L


 

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