1963 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 713 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Consul | Legacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |