1957 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 230 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
