1953 Humber Pullman vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Humber Pullman. (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 825 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Humber Pullman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Humber Pullman | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Humber | Subaru |
| Model | Pullman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4138 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2640 mm |
