1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 135 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
