1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 227 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Prefect | Impreza |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |