1958 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 820 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1958 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |