1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Because 1974 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone 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, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
