1995 Caterham 21 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Caterham 21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 894 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Caterham | Subaru |
| Model | 21 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
