1957 Ford Anglia vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 893 kg more than 1957 Ford Anglia. 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 1957 Ford Anglia. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Anglia | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Anglia | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |