1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Station Wagon | Legacy |
Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |