1954 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1954 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 633 kg more than 1954 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Popular | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Popular | Legacy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
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 | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |