1974 Mini MK III vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mini MK III would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1974 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mini MK III.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mini MK III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mini MK III | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | MK III | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |
