1953 Ford Vedette 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 Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. 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 Vedette. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Vedette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |