1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 135 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2530 mm |
