1953 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 805 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Popular | Legacy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |