1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
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 | 120 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |