1946 Austin 16 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1946 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |