1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 57 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
Because 2009 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, 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 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 70 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
