1975 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 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 161 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. 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 1975 Honda 1300. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda 1300 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1994 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |