1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 156 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
