1954 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 687 kg more than 1954 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 1954 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Minor | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |