1950 Morris Oxford 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 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 538 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Oxford | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
