1954 Austin A vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
