1973 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Legacy |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |