1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 831 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Prefect | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
