1959 MG MGA 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 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA 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 48 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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 MG MGA. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | MG | Subaru |
Model | MGA | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |