1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 181 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
