1957 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
