1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 513 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 60 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
