1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 820 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 30 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
