1956 AC Aceca-Bristol vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca-Bristol | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Aceca-Bristol | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
