1958 Morris Minor vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 415 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Morris Minor 1990 Subaru Legacy
Make Morris Subaru
Model Minor Legacy
Year Released 1958 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1820 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 36 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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