1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 62 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 415 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |