1951 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 744 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. 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 1951 Morris Minor. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Minor | Legacy |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2750 mm |