1966 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 983 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. 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 1966 Toyota Publica. 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 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Toyota Publica 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Toyota Subaru
Model Publica Legacy
Year Released 1966 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 697 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 29 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 582 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 3530 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2140 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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