1954 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Tickford | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
