1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 681 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Prefect | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |