1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 693 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Corolla | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |