1971 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 615 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Sunny | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
