1958 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 181 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
