1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1970 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1500 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 (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 355 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1500. 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 1970 Triumph 1500. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Subaru Legacy | 1970 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Legacy | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
