1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Avanti | Subaru |
| Model | Avanti | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
