1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 539 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | DL |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
