1956 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (155 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 593 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (210 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 1996 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
