1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zephyr | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
