1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 758 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. 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 1948 Ford Prefect. 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
