1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti A40S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (189 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Innocenti A40S 1989 Subaru Legacy
Make Innocenti Subaru
Model A40S Legacy
Year Released 1965 1989
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 2211 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 43 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 2590 mm


 

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