1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |