1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Bluebird | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
