1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 603 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
