1950 Morris Six vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 283 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Six | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Six | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
