1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 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 89 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2640 mm |
