1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 410 kg more than 1963 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Greyhound | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
