1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Newport | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
