1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2455 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
