1956 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1997 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 264 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |