1954 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul 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) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. 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 1954 Ford Consul. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1315 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 |