1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 596 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |