2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Legacy | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Legacy | Herald |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
