1958 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 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), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 261 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 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
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 | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |