1963 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 830 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Legacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |