1957 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 573 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A135 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |