1964 Checker Town vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Checker Town would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Checker Town. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Checker Town.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Checker Town. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Checker Town | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Checker | Subaru |
| Model | Town | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2750 mm |
