1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 595 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 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
