2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Legacy | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 29 L |
