1954 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 550 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Minor | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |