1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Cortina | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
