2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 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 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 618 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Legacy | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Legacy | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
