1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 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 47 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 353 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Triumph | Subaru |
| Model | TR6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
