1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (339 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Bel Air | Outback |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3869 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
