1963 Austin A 99 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 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 99 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
