1951 Austin Princess vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin Princess weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin Princess | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Legacy |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |