2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 677 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Legacy | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Subaru | MG |
Model | Legacy | MGA |
Year Released | 2010 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2390 mm |