1969 Triumph GT6 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1969 Triumph GT6 and 2012 Subaru Legacy are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 698 kg more than 1969 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph GT6. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph GT6 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | GT6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
