1964 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1964 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 622 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Legacy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2750 mm |