1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 135 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |