1970 Austin 3 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 123 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Austin 3 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 3 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |