1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Subaru Leone is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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, 1978 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Leone |
Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |