2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Legacy | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
