1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 193 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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 1968 Austin A 60. 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 (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 60 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
