1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
