1969 Austin Mini Clubman vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Mini Clubman would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (39 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 942 kg more than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Mini Clubman | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Mini Clubman | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 638 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
