1963 Austin Princess vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 704 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Princess | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
