1953 Ford Prefect vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,176 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 10 kg more than 1953 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Prefect | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Leone |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
