1969 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 532 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 2013 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, 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 (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |