1964 Triumph TR4 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 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 593 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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 Triumph TR4. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Triumph TR4 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | TR4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
