1961 Austin A vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 432 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
