1957 Ford Popular vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 657 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Popular 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Ford Subaru
Model Popular Impreza
Year Released 1957 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1172 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 738 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2619 mm