2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 723 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 TVR Vixen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Legacy | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Legacy | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
