1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 594 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 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 40 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |