1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 192 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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 1955 Austin A 90. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |