1978 Mini MK IV vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mini MK IV | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | MK IV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
