1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 54 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 842 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 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ford Prefect | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Prefect | Outback |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |