1979 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 753 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Marina | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 99.5 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 | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |