1957 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A135 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |