1955 Austin A 40 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 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 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 2006 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, 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
