1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 55 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
