1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |