1979 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 572 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Marina | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |