1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 70 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |