1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 488 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |