2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (250 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 525 kg more than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep. (129 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1941 Willys-Overland Jeep | |
| Make | Subaru | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Legacy | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
