1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1985 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 28 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 24 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | 1.8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |