1946 Austin 16 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 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, 1995 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1995 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, 1995 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60 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 | 1005 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 |