1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
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1950 Austin A 70 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 70 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2625 mm |