1959 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 739 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |