1950 Morris Six 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 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 359 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Six. 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Six | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Six | Legacy |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 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 | 1224 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |