1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 782 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |