1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 55 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Prefect | Leone |
Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |