1956 Ford Anglia vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Impreza (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza 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, 1996 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Anglia | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Anglia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |