1953 Ford Popular vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 580 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Ford Popular 2000 Subaru Legacy
Make Ford Subaru
Model Popular Legacy
Year Released 1953 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2640 mm


 

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