1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 868 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
