1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 434 kg more than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. 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 Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Torino | Legacy |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |