1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1971 Toyota Sprinter has manual transmission. 1971 Toyota Sprinter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
