1956 Ford Prefect vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 640 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
