1971 Riley 4 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 431 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Riley 4 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Riley | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |