1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio is newer by 40 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, 1993 Subaru Vivio (63 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio 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 330 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1993 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1993 Subaru Vivio (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Vivio 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 | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
