1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1991 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Subaru | AC |
| Model | Legacy | 428 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
