1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Leone |
Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |