1958 AC Ace vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 454 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Ace | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |