2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 466 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Subaru Legacy 1959 Vauxhall Victor
Make Subaru Vauxhall
Model Legacy Victor
Year Released 2007 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1508 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 136 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 939 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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