1969 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 514 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |