1952 Austin A 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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 70. 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 (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 70 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |