1956 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 406 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |