1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 459 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 60 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
