1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
