1953 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 570 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
