1954 Morris Cowley 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 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 504 kg more than 1954 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Cowley. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Cowley | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Cowley | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |