1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | SVX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
