1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Austin A 110 1999 Subaru Legacy
Make Austin Subaru
Model A 110 Legacy
Year Released 1951 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3992 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2640 mm


 

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