1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 677 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Prefect | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2625 mm |
