1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 54 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 25 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | R2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
