1960 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |
