1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 765 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 40 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
