1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 592 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Outback |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |