1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
