1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 921 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 35 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
