1958 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. 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 (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Impreza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |