1966 Saab 96 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 442 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Saab 96. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Saab 96. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Saab 96.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Saab 96 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 96 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 873 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
