1952 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 465 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
