1966 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 615 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Cortina | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cortina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
