1968 Ford 17 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 491 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | 17 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |