1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 99 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |