1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 775 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 135 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |