1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 780 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
