1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 1971 Ford GT 70. 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 (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | GT 70 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
