1958 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| 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 | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
