2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 690 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Subaru | Trabant |
Model | Legacy | P 70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |