1971 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 503 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
