1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Leone |
Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |