1946 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 67 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 16 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
