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 |