1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Aurelia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
