1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1955 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 90 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |