1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1997 Subaru Vivio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1997 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Vivio |
Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |