1957 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 519 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 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |