1956 Chrysler C vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 303 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | C | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2751 mm |