1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |