1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
