1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 53 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 508 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 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |