1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 333 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Zodiac | Legacy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |