2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 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 (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Subaru Legacy 1979 Toyota Corsa
Make Subaru Toyota
Model Legacy Corsa
Year Released 2003 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1450 cc
Horse Power 123 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 815 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm


 

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