1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1982 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1982 Subaru Coupe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1982 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Coupe. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1982 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
| Model | 100 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
