1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 57 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fairlane | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |