1971 Seat 124 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 703 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
