1990 Subaru Legacy vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1990 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Legacy (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Subaru Legacy | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Legacy | Corona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1820 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |