1963 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 433 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (177 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 882 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
