1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Seven | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2751 mm |
