1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Austin-Healey Subaru
Model Sports Convertible Legacy
Year Released 1956 2005
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Size 2993 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2680 mm


 

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