1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 318 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zodiac | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
