1966 Triumph Spitfire vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 759 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Triumph Spitfire | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Triumph | Subaru |
Model | Spitfire | Legacy |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |