1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 153 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Zodiac | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2645 mm |