1948 Austin 16 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Because 1948 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 16 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
