1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |