2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 898 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1964 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1964 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Legacy | 1964 MG Midget | |
Make | Subaru | MG |
Model | Legacy | Midget |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |