1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |